We will explore a variety of video design and development tools, all with the goal of learning how to create high-quality instructional and training video.
First, we will look at screen capture and screen recording tools.
Then we will use commercial video tools (iMovie and MovieMaker) to create video slide shows.
Following that, we will examine and use aspects of online tools such as Animoto and YouTube.
Using Digital Video Software:
Apple iMovie (Be sure the information is relevant to your version of iMovie)
Here are some sources for learning more about digital video: Captioning Video http://www.webaim.org/techniques/captions/
This is a good overview article from the WebAIM site about providing accessible audio and video. It also links to tutorials about how to make captions that work in QuickTime, RealPlayer, and Windows Media Player.
MAGpie (Media Access Generator) http://ncam.wgbh.org/webaccess/magpie/
This free tool allows users to add captions to their audio and video content for use on the Internet or in CD-ROM-based materials. MAGpie was developed by CPB/WGBH National Center for
Accessible Media (NCAM).
Video Design and Development
We will explore a variety of video design and development tools, all with the goal of learning how to create high-quality instructional and training video.
First, we will look at screen capture and screen recording tools.
Then we will use commercial video tools (iMovie and MovieMaker) to create video slide shows.
Following that, we will examine and use aspects of online tools such as Animoto and YouTube.
Using Digital Video Software:
Apple iMovie (Be sure the information is relevant to your version of iMovie)
How To Create Final Cut Pro Effects Using iMovie
http://www.peachpit.com/articles/article.asp?p=345619&rl=1
Creating Movies with iMovie Software
http://www.ncsu.edu/sciencejunction/route/usetech/iMovie/
iMovie 11 support page—Technical notes, frequently asked questions, and more.
http://www.apple.com/support/imovie/
iMovie 11 documentation (with tutorials!)—"Get Started with iMovie"
http://help.apple.com/imovie/
Unofficial iMovie 11 FAQ
http://unofficialimoviefaq.com/
iMovie 3,4, 5 and 6 FAQs - unofficial help pages
http://www.danslagle.com/mac/iMovie/
Windows Movie Maker (Be sure the information is relevant to your version of Movie Maker)
Movie Maker 2 Tips and Tricks
http://www.mightycoach.com/articles/mm2/
YouTube Video Tutorial #2 - Windows Movie Maker tips
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hTLGGnSpf_k
Windows Movie Maker Tutorial - YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7GREeD2icUo
Windows Movie Maker Tutorials - How to Use Windows Movie Maker
http://presentationsoft.about.com/od/moviemaker/a/mov_mak_beg.htm
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General Digital Video Information:
Here are some sources for learning more about digital video:Captioning Video
http://www.webaim.org/techniques/captions/
This is a good overview article from the WebAIM site about providing accessible audio and video. It also links to tutorials about how to make captions that work in QuickTime, RealPlayer, and Windows Media Player.
MAGpie (Media Access Generator)
http://ncam.wgbh.org/webaccess/magpie/
This free tool allows users to add captions to their audio and video content for use on the Internet or in CD-ROM-based materials. MAGpie was developed by CPB/WGBH National Center for
Accessible Media (NCAM).
All About iMovie HD
http://www.apple.com/ilife/imovie/
How to Make a Video Slide Show with iMovie
http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-video-slide-show-with-iMovie/
Atomic Learning's iMovie HD Tutorials
http://www.atomiclearning.com/imovie_hd